In a recent report by the International Organization for Migration, Morocco ranked the second-highest exporter of migrants in Africa.
The report, titled “Global Migration 2024,” places Morocco just behind Egypt in terms of countries contributing to migrant populations.
South Sudan, Sudan, Somalia, and Algeria follow closely, with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and Mali also listed among significant contributors.
The report also highlights Morocco’s position among the top twenty recipients of international remittances globally.
According to estimates, Morocco received over $11 billion in 2022 alone, accounting for 8% of its gross domestic product.
The report also addresses internal migration due to climate change, with Morocco and Algeria particularly affected.
The document notes significant displacement in Morocco caused by drought and forest fires, resulting in the movement of 9,500 people from northern regions by the end of 2022.
Regarding migration routes, the report notes the perilous journey from Morocco to Spain, stating that it is one of the most dangerous routes.
Irregular migration often occurs from West and Central Africa along three main routes: the Central Mediterranean route (sea crossings from North African and Middle Eastern countries mainly to Italy), the Western Mediterranean route (connecting Morocco and Algeria to Spain), and the Western Atlantic route (from coastal West African countries and Morocco to the Canary Islands in Spain).
In 2022 alone, nearly 2,800 deaths and disappearances were recorded along these migration routes, highlighting the risks involved.
On the international stage, the report reveals a significant increase in international financial remittances, from $128 billion in 2000 to $831 billion in 2022.
Migrant remittance flows have played a crucial role in boosting the gross domestic product of developing countries, surpassing foreign direct investment.
The report also notes that there are currently 281 million international migrants worldwide, with the number of displaced persons reaching a record high of 117 million by the end of 2022.
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